What makes Gonna Get Over You by Sara Bareilles notable?

The song gained significant attention for its relatable themes of heartbreak and resilience, charting on the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary charts. It was also featured prominently in various media, including television series, which helped solidify Bareilles's presence in popular music during this era. Released in 2011, 'Gonna Get Over You' is part of Sara Bareilles's exploration into a more pop-influenced sound following her critically acclaimed album 'Kaleidoscope Heart.' The song showcases her growth as a songwriter, marking a transition into mainstream recognition after her breakout success with 'Love Song' in 2007.

How many songs are on Gonna Get Over You?

Gonna Get Over You has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Gonna Get Over You

Sara Bareilles · 2011

4 min · 1 track · soft rock

A blend of heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies that capture the emotional journey of moving on from lost love.

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Gonna Get Over You — This title track encapsulates the album's central theme of healing and self-empowerment through its uplifting melody and poignant lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The song combines relatable lyrics and a catchy melody, making it memorable but not.

What we noticed

The song features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent piano line that drives the melody.
Bareilles employs a call-and-response vocal technique in the chorus, enhancing its catchiness.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A solid single that showcases her evolving sound but isn't a standout entry point.
Career context: Released in 2011, 'Gonna Get Over You' is part of Sara Bareilles's exploration into a more pop-influenced sound following her critically acclaimed album 'Kaleidoscope Heart.' The song showcases her growth as a songwriter, marking a transition into mainstream recognition after her breakout success with 'Love Song' in 2007.
Stylistic neighbors: Ingrid Michaelson· Norah Jones· Colbie Caillat